2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 150 kg more than 1960 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Wrangler | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
